The Heroic Warrior in Masculine Stereotype

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The heroic warrior is a metaphor for describing aspects of the stereotype of masculinity. If a warrior is defined as one who is engaged or experienced in war, then it is easy to see the truth in this metaphor. The paper explains how this image is reflected in modern society, after examining the basic "Nature vs. Nurture" philosophy.

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"Today's job market leaves many men struggling to restructure their sense of masculinity. As two-income households become more commonplace in American culture, women are taking many high-growth jobs. At the same time, many traditionally male-dominated industries are in decline. These elements are detracting from a key element that anchors men's identity: his job. While many see this as a positive development toward equality, it can cause an identity crisis in many men."

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